Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist - PRN, Days

About the role

Performs a variety of procedures applying ionizing radiation. Performs CT scans as directed. Communicates with the physician and other work-related personnel appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Identifies patients and procedures.
• Communicate with nursing or physician concerning patient.
• Inform nursing of patients that need IV sedation or biopsies.
• Fills out questionnaires on all patients between the ages of 12-55 yrs. old.
• Positions patients accurately for all CT procedures.
• Patient transfer and positioning for best visibility.
• Know scanning protocols in depth.
• Perform procedures correctly using protocol book for reference.
• Studies must be done in a timely manner and taken to the radiologist for interpretation as soon as possible after completion of exam.
• Write time procedure is finished and films on patient board.
• Films must be archived and taken to radiologist for reading.
• Acquires appropriate supplies and prepares room for patient.
• Keeps room cleaned and stocked at all times.
• Adequate supplies and linens must always be available.
• Cleans tables and trays after each patient.
• Uses proper technique when injecting IV contrast.
• Ensures IV is working and checked with an injection of saline.
• Selects correct method of injection (hand or injector).
• Must be proficient in filming from imaging workstation.
• 3D imaging and multiplanar reconstruction.
• Responds to codes and other emergency situations appropriately.
• Explains CT procedure to patient and/or family member.
• Obtains completed questionnaire and proper history and clinical from patient, floor or physician's office.
• Informs patients and families of all delays.
• Trains co-workers and students.
• Acquires requisition and checks for appropriate clinical.
• Charges procedure, supplies and surgical codes when exam is completed.
• Indicates no-film badge wearing name and fluoro time.
• Adds surgical charges when needed.
• Operates the PAC’s system appropriately and verify studies before sending to archive.
• Reports equipment problems to supervisor, in-charge tech and documents confirmation numbers.
• Completes appropriate forms for all procedures.
• Fills out contrast sheet on all patients receiving IV and rectal contrast.
• A contrast media form must be filled out on all patients, CT forms must be filled out on all patients.
• Communicates with radiologist to determine appropriate protocols for each exam.
• Correct protocols are utilized as prescribed by the radiologist.
• Procedures must be performed as directed by the radiologist.
• Correct scans as performed.
• Demonstrates recognition of anatomy and pathology as related to scan being processed.
• Performs warm up calibrations as needed.
• Maintain competency needed for working in the CT department.
• Performs point of care testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supervises and manages other technologists when not busy in assigned CT room.

Requirements

No experience required. In Lieu Of Team members employed in this job on 11/08/2020 are grandfathered from the minimum requirements noted above.

Qualifications

• Education - Certified Program.
• Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses:
  • ARRT Registered.
  • Registered in CTC.
  • PRSCRQSA certification (Required for team members working in South Carolina).

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills.
• 3D Imaging preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Data entry skills.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

NE Columbia Medical Park

Facility

PH Imaging Center - NE Medical Park

Payroll Only